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Is SPDR Gold Trust a Millionaire Maker?

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The SPDR Gold Trust ( NYSEMKT : GLD) has surged 15% this year and 40% over the past 12 months .

It's a way investors can add gold exposure to their portfolios without physically owning it.

Gold is visually appealing, doesn't erode, and has maintained value in society for thousands of years .

Investors should view gold as a complementary component of a diversified portfolio.

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